Administering Nitrous Oxide-Oxygen Sedationfor the Dental Hygienist

Administering Nitrous Oxide-Oxygen Sedationfor the Dental Hygienist

Friday and Saturday, January 6 and 7, 2012 or Friday & Saturday, September 21-22, 2012
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM each day.
*There will be a test given at the end of the course.

Location: UTHSC Memphis

Credit: 14 hours

Tuition: $350; lunch is provided.
All tuition and fees are due in full at the time of registration. Class space is
limited; registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration less than
10 business days prior to the course is subject to available space and a $25 late
registration fee.

Requirements

In order to attend this course for certification in Tennessee, the candidate must
have a current Tennessee dental hygiene license free from all sanctions and/or stipulations.
Additionally, the attendee must present proof of current CPR certification. At the
conclusion of the didactic portion of the course, an examination will be given in
which the attendee must achieve a score of at least 75% before being allowed to participate
in the laboratory phase.

About This Course

This course includes a laboratory session in which the hygienist will have the opportunity
to operate both primary types of nitrous oxide/oxygen flowmeters in a small group
setting under the supervision of a dentist.

This course will address:

The anatomy and physiology of respiration and circulation

The physiological and psychological aspects of pain and anxiety

The pharmacological and physiological aspects of nitrous oxide-oxygen administration

The indication and contraindications of inhalation therapy

Types and variations of nitrous oxide-oxygen administration equipment

Proper administration, maintenance, and recovery of the patient

The potential for nitrous oxide abuse

The University of Tennessee College of Dentistry is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals
in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not
approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance
of credit hours by boards of dentistry.

The University of Tennessee designates this activity for 14 hours continuing education
credits.